zou2 gok3組閣组阁
Jyutpingzou2 gok3
Yalejóu gok
Definition
To form a cabinet.
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How it's used
This term is almost exclusively used in political news or formal discussions regarding government formation. It functions as a verb phrase where 組 acts as the action and 閣 refers to the cabinet itself. Unlike everyday verbs, it is rarely used in casual conversation unless discussing current events or political history.
Examples
Their political party has finally succeeded in forming a cabinet.
Who is responsible for forming the cabinet?
Related words
Common phrases
successfully form a cabinet
the right to form a cabinet
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
